Sugarbrook

Neighborhood Revitalization Project

H4HHV History in Sugarbrook

• Ypsilanti Township asked us to work in this neighborhood in 2016
• 5 HOP Homes Completed and Sold, 4 Additional Owned
• 70+ HIP Projects Completed including 8 Thrivent Builds Repairs

Community Development Initial Steps

• Attend Neighborhood Watch meetings monthly
• Form relationships with residents and community partners
• Formed Steering Committee
• Held first Community Planning Meeting
• Conduct initial round of Resident Satisfaction surveys
• Hold second Community Planning Meeting & focus groups
• Work with residents to prioritize actions and create plan

Community Development Ongoing Activities

• Ongoing HIP Projects
• Hold quarterly information sessions on Habitat programs
• Engage new HOP and HIP families in neighborhood events
• Discussions on use for Kettering Elementary School
• Support community events